Rock 'N' Run

“BO$$” Fifth Harmony
The newest single from the girl group—including SA’s Ally Brooke Hernandez—has a steady beat perfect for running. And if you listen to the lyrics, which talk about Michelle Obama and “Oprah dollars,” the ridiculousness of it will take your mind off your tired legs.

“Mmm Yeah” Austin Mahone (feat. Pitbull)
This fast-paced, catchy tune by one-time San Antonian Austin Mahone will make you forget you’re running 10-plus miles (at least for a few minutes). With Pitbull’s Latin flavor, this song should give you the energy to finish.

“Drink Another” Matt CaldwellPunchy breakup ballads may not seem like an obvious inclusion, but this Texas country song is a great way to keep your steps consistent. Besides, there’s no better motivation for setting a personal record than showing an ex what they’re missing.

“Pride and Joy” Stevie Ray Vaughn & Double Trouble
Rock ‘n’ roll with a little rock music. Dallas’s Stevie Ray Vaughn and Austin’s Double Trouble will make you feel less like you’re running a ½ marathon and more like you’re tearing up the town.

“Tristes Recuerdos” Sebastien De La Cruz
Mariachi music may not be the first thing you think of when considering songs to work out to, but its constant, fast-paced beat and puro San Antonio sound make it a perfect fit.

This article appears in the September 2014 issue of San Antonio Magazine